Nokia’s super snapper N86 has got a firmware update. The v30.009 is available via the Nokia Software Updater or over-the-air and though the full changelog is a mystery, Steve from AAS confirms the firmware features the latest Ovi Maps with free navigation, location sharing on Facebook and improvements in Nokia Messaging.

The phone supports UDP (User Data Preservation), which means you can update the phone without worrying to lose your apps, contacts, messages.

[Via AAS]

Being one of the last has some pros and cons. Cons include you cannot cash in on the latest fad but the pro is you can work on the flaws of the first ones to etch out a close to flawless product. Nokia is one of the last one to roll out an 8MP phone and mind you, the only one. We tested it for a considerable amount of time and this is what we’ve found.

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Nokia’s 8MP super snapper N86 has got a firmware update today that bumps the software to v20.115. Notable features in this update include face detection, improved still image and video quality and bug fixes to the browser, Ovi Maps etc. The update is available over the air and is under 5MB (contrary to AAS’ 7.5MB size).

Changelog:

Improved still image quality
Improved video quality
Face detection added
Red-eye removal added (Nokia note: “this is image processing which removes the red-eye. You need to be in red-eye reduction flash mode for it to be operational. Other flash modes it is disabled as there is a small shot to shot impact due to the extra image processing.”)
New focus point indication
Improved Close-up focus. (Nokia note: “As a result you will find in most situations you can focus much closer than before. The new focus point indication will also help in confirming which part of your subject is used for critical focus checking”)

Bug fixes and other features:
Web
Music store client
RealPlayer
Ovi Maps (including faster calibration of the digital compass)
Here and Now
N-Gage client
Nokia Messaging
Automatic VoIP re-registration.
Ovi Chat shortcut on the homescreen
An new Ovi services splash screen
An Ovi Store client
An initial option to check for software updates when a customer first boots up the phone

[Via AAS]

N86 users can quickly go to their phone’s Software Update or run NSU on PC to receive the latest firmware update. The v11.043 major change is the expulsion of Download! and is replaced by Nokia Ovi Store. Other updates include better landscape orientation in Nokia Maps, improved imaging in video mode and enhancements in Browser, Share Online, Camera and Settings Wizard.

[Via Nokiasoftware]

Nokia’s TIPA awarded 8MP snapper phone will soon reach the American shores. Nokia USA has confirmed that they’ll be selling N86 in the “coming weeks”. The price set for an unlocked unit is $558 and will be available through online or in Nokia Flagship Stores.

In addition to the decent camera capabilities, the N86 comes with a 2.6-inch AMOLED screen, dual-way sliding support, 8GB internal memory, integrated kickstand, T-Out, GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm headphone jack, N-gage support and much more.

[Via Nokia]

It’s an iPhone 3G S day in some parts of the world but we Indians have a different reason to celebrate and it comes from the most loved brand Nokia. They have launched N86 today in Chennai which for the unknown is Nokia’s first 8MP phone. The megapixels are not the only thing worth boasting because it also features an automatic aperture control, mechanical shutter and dual LED flash.

The phone is available at Nokia outlets all over the country for Rs. 27,000.

[Via Fonearena]

Nokia’s N86 phone is now shipping worldwide. The dual slider phone is Nokia’s first 8MP phone that has also been conferred as the best imaging device by TIPA. Its photography prowess includes Carl Zeiss lens, auto aperture control, mechanical shutter and dual LED flash.

If other things are important to you as its camera details, the phone has a 2.6-inch AMOLED QVGA screen, high speed 3G, 8GB internal memory, microSD card support up to 16GB, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, TV-Out and Bluetooth.

No details on the Indian pricing or availability yet.

[Via Pressbulletin]

Nokia N86 is still not out in the market but the stalwarts at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) have bestowed the 8MP phone as the best mobile imaging device for this year. The association reckoned N86 as a “step forward in its specific segment” by including photography features like f/2.8 Zeiss wide-angle zoom lens, 8MP sensor, centre weighted exposure, 1/1000 sec. shutter speed, multimode flash and several scene modes with macro down to 10cm.

TIPA Awardees list

[Via Symbian Freak]

It was sort of official but needed a confirmation, which we have got now. Nokia unveiled its first 8MP phone N86 that claims to take the place of a stand-alone digital camera. It has got a wide angle Carl Zeiss optics with dual LED lens. The phone has GPS, N-gage support, kickstand, TV-Out and 8GB internal memory. The device will start retailing from second quarter for 375 Euros.

For hands-on, a small interview and an N86 official video, click here.

Nokia teased us with an image couple of days back hinting about the possible 8MP phone. Well, the leaked PDF confirms it but the phone, now known as N86 just didn’t show up with other phones announced yesterday. The phone was showcased in Singapore that was pictured by a fellow blogger along with other phones. The leaked specs also confirm it as not a revolutionary device but just a simple upgrade over N85. Full specs in the image below.

The images posted by the blogger have been redacted citing an embargo but will be up again at 4PM (Singapore time). That means the official announcement can be expected within a few hours.

A small hands-on video embedded below.

UPDATE: Nokia Showcase slideshow added.

[Via GSMArena]